Endurance Lap Challenge
Progressive endurance challenge building from 4-minute to 6-minute continuous running with strategic pacing
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About This Activity
Progressive endurance challenge building from 4-minute to 6-minute continuous running with strategic pacing
Quick Info
high
20
40m x 30m minimum for perimeter track
Equipment Required
Perimeter cones
12-16
Lap counting cones
15 (one per pair)
Stopwatch
1
Dish Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Values
Resilience
Self-Control
Perseverance
Skills
Power
Speed
Endurance
Features
Progressive
Engaging
Challenging
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Teaching Focus
Progressive Challenge
Personal Challenge
Intensity
High Intensity
Weather
All Weather
Activity Type
Fitness Activity
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